The Spica is designed specifically for children and young adults in hip spica casts (or other post-operative braces). The paediatric wheelchair hire:
• Accommodates cast width safely
• Supports both indoor and outdoor use
• Promotes comfort, positioning, and independence
Our seating specialists work closely with your occupational therapist or physiotherapist to deliver, set up, and adjust the chair – either in hospital or at home.
For Clinicians:
This service bridges a critical gap during the rehabilitation period, particularly following procedures such as spinal surgery or hip spica casting, where positioning, mobility, and pressure management needs change temporarily. It enables continuity of established postural care for full-time wheelchair users, while also supporting those who do not require long-term provision but still need safe, appropriate seating to facilitate discharge and recovery at home.
For families:
The post-operative wheelchair means your child can come home safely with the right support in place from day one. The wheelchair is provided for as long as it’s needed during recovery, helping maintain comfort and positioning while making it easier to get out of the house, return to school, and continue everyday routines during rehabilitation.
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How Spica Wheelchair Rental works
We support safe, timely discharge through a straightforward prescription and rental process, ensuring appropriate post-operative wheelchair provision is in place for a child’s return to home, school, and community life.
Minimum rental period: 3 weeks
1. submit a referral form
Once surgery is scheduled, complete a referral form.
Measurements must be confirmed by the day of surgery.
2. Receive your quote within 24 hours
If plans change, your quote can be withdrawn at no cost.
3. confirm your booking
A purchase order (PO), completed referral form, and confirmed setup details are required.
4. Delivery and setup (3–5 working days post-surgery)
Once surgery has taken place, we’ll arrange delivery and full setup. A £300 fee applies for cancellations after order acknowledgement.
5. Collection or extension
We’ll arrange collection from home or hospital.
Rental can be extended at £95 per week.
Funding a Spica chair
What the Wheelchair Rental means for your child and family
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